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Foodservice Forward: Trends, Tactics & Takeaways

Helping you navigate macro and consumer pressures in a shifting foodservice landscape

CRC's Foodservice Forum is heading to Chicago! Join your colleagues, industry pros, and CRC experts on Thursday, August 28 for our 12th annual event.

With ongoing consumer pressures, shifting traffic & spending behaviors, and increasing costs impacting the foodservice industry, staying ahead requires strategic planning and actionable solutions. This year’s Forum will deliver fresh perspectives on demand drivers, thoughtful innovation, and ideas to mitigate cost pressures – helping suppliers unlock greater growth and navigate an evolving landscape. This day-long event is designed to provide our community with immediate, impactful insights.

CRC’s Foodservice Forum is most helpful for sales, marketing, and insights leaders at foodservice supplier and manufacturer companies. 

📅 Kick off the Foodservice Forum early! Connect with industry peers at our welcome networking reception on Wednesday, August 27. It's the perfect opportunity to build relationships before the main event.

Check back later for more details around keynote speakers and session times!

 

CRC's 2025 Foodservice Forum will showcase...

insights to help suppliers & manufacturers capture growth opportunities & prepare for potential risks in 2025 and beyond. We'll cover several foodservice segments, including...

 

 
Chain Restaurants 
Value, LTOs, menu innovation, demand trends & more

 
Convenience Store Foodservice
Evolving food & beverage offerings, long-term opportunities

 
Macroeconomic & Consumer
Trade policies & economic implications near & long term

 
Foodservice Distribution
Sales strategies & competitive positioning among the Big 3

 

 

2025 Foodservice Forum Speakers

CRC Speakers

Steve Gojak  |  Adrienne Moncrief  |  Annie Ariens  |  Luke Mason  |  Josh Spicher  |  Skylar Xie  |  Ben Metzger  |  Michael Konrad


 

Expert Insights. Curated for Impact.

CRC’s Foodservice Forum is built on the expertise of our industry-leading analysts, who deliver research-backed insights to help you stay ahead in a rapidly changing market. Our team curates the agenda with timely, actionable content, ensuring you walk away with new strategies to implement with your team.

Hear directly from CRC’s Foodservice Team, alongside panels featuring top industry experts, as they break down key trends and opportunities shaping the future of foodservice.

 


 

Swissotel Chicago

Conference Location 

Located just 12 miles from Chicago Midway and 18 miles from O'Hare, this hotel offers stunning views of the skyline and Lake Michigan. Swissôtel Chicago is also walking distance to the Riverwalk, Millennium Park, and Art Institute of Chicago.

Swissôtel Chicago
323 E. Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Be sure to book your hotel room early to secure your spot at our exclusive event rate.

book your room

 

 

 


Registration Information
 

 



Foodservice Council
Member
Registration


Customers receive 5 free tickets.
Not sure if you're a Foodservice
Council member? Reach out to
your customer experience associate
or send us an email.



Register Here
 

 



Supplier & Distributor
Registration

$995


Your registration includes one
seat to the event, plus
all sessions, welcome reception,
light meals, and presentation
decks, where applicable.


 Register Here

 

 



Broker & Agency
Registration

$1,995


Your registration includes one
seat to the event, plus
all sessions, welcome reception,
light meals, and presentation
decks, where applicable.



Register Here
 

 
             

 

 

Scenes from the 2024 Forum

 

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Adrienne Moncrief | 2024 Foodservice Forum

Adrienne Moncrief | 2024 Foodservice Forum

Adrienne Moncrief | 2024 Foodservice Forum
Panel Discussion | 2024 Foodservice Forum
Luke Mason | 2024 Foodservice Forum
Annie Ariens Hosting a Fireside Chat | 2024 Foodservice Forum
Welcome Reception | 2024 Foodservice Forum
Networking | 2024 Foodservice Forum